Late-Night DiningVictory Bar (503.236.8755 3652 SE Division Street)
“It’s just up the street from Pok Pok so I go here after work. It’s a cool neighborhood bar with a tiny kitchen, but chef/co-owner Eric, who trained in Switzerland, is putting out food that is very high quality, albeit simple.”

Quick Snack
Binh Minh Deli (503.257.3868, 6812 Northeast Broadway Street)
“This family-run business features Vietnamese sandwiches, like their lovely banh mi, made with house-baked baguettes and a light touch, very much like the ones I’ve had in Vietnam. And cheap: most of the menu is priced at less than $3.”

Family Dinner Clyde Common (503.228.3333, 1014 Southwest Stark Street)
“Large communal tables, really solid cooking including some larger plates like whole branzino, probably the best-stocked bar in town with great cocktails, buzzy atmosphere, and a Stumptown Coffee shop behind the bar for after-dinner espressos.”

Date Night Grüner (503.241.7163, 527 Southwest 12th Avenue)
“Chef Chris Israel’s Alpine cuisine, with his signature light touch and perfect palate, all in a simple space with plenty of corner tables, ambience, a great wine list, and excellent service that make for an urbane experience.”

This article originally appeared in the August/September 2011 issue of JBF Notes, the James Beard Foundation member newsletter. Don't miss out on future articles; become a member today!